Practitioner

We are seeking passionate Practitioners to join one of our incredible teams in Bangor. As a Practitioner at Mencap, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day, supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling, independent lives.

About the Rol

eYou will deliver high-quality, person-centred support, turning Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans into everyday actions. Working closely with families, Specialist Practitioners, and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will help create safe, supportive environments that promote choice, dignity, and independence

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Key Responsibiliti

• esProvide person-led, high-quality support to autistic people and/or people with learning disabilities, including when behaviour communicates distre
• ssImplement Positive Behaviour Support plans in a consistent, compassionate, and practical w
• ayUnderstand the individual’s environment, identify early signs of distress, and adjust routines or sensory input to prevent escalati
• onWork collaboratively with families and the multidisciplinary team (e.g. psychology, PBS, social work, occupational therapy) to ensure joined-up suppo
• rtPromote independence in daily living and community participation, replacing restrictions with safe, meaningful alternativ
• esMake clear, time-critical decisions in the moment and maintain accurate ABC charts and data records to inform reviews and improve outcom
• esMonitor and report changes in behaviour, health, or wellbeing, escalating concerns promptly in line with poli
• cyParticipate in post-incident debriefs and reflective practice, using learning to strengthen suppo
• rtContribute to safeguarding, proportionate risk assessments, and crisis responses using least-restrictive approach

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Essential Requireme

• ntsProven experience supporting autistic people and/or people with learning disabilities, including when behaviour communicates distre
• ss.Full, clean UK driving licence (essenti
• al)Willingness and confidence to drive the person we support’s own vehicle, which is a key part of promoting independence and community acc
• essSkilled at adapting communication and using tools such as Makaton, TEACCH or PECS so people are heard and understo
• od.Current training or strong willingness to train in accredited physical intervention and crisis management, with prevention as the priori

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Contract Det

• ailsFull-time and part-time contracts avail
• able12-hour shi
• fts:Day shifts: 9am –
• 9pmNight shifts: 9pm – 9am (applicants who don’t hold a UK driving licence may be considered for this sh

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Additional Informa

• tion We welcome applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship, which may be available for successful applicants in line with UK Home Office requirem

ents.
£27,008 per annum + excellent be